A great Presnt you can give yourself

What is the best gift you can give yourself that will last a lifetime? A great Present.

I am a fan of Dr. Spencer Johnson since I read his legendry books, Who Moved My Cheese and One Minute Manager long back. He is a great author who can express deep insights with simple, easy-to-read stories. Recently I found another of his books, The Present at Chennai Airport. This is an intereting story of a young boy who makes himself more successful and happier once he gifts himself The Present, i.e. learns to make the most of his present moments. Here are some pearls of wisdom from the book. This book is a MUST read for everyone.

• We all know that living in present can make us happier and more successful, and as child, we know how to do it, but we simply forget it when we grow up.
• Even in the most difficult situation, when we focus on what is right in the present moment, it makes us happier today, and it gives us the needed energy and confidence to deal with what is wrong.
• You can not change the past, but you can learn from it. When the same situation arises, you can act differently, and become happier, more effective, and successful today.
• No one can predict or control the future. However, the more clearly you imagine what you want to see happen, plan for it, and do something today to make it happen, the less anxious you are in the Present, and the more is known to you about your Future.

Years ago, Dale Carnegie also advocated living in day-tight compartments, as a way of spending maximum time and energy on your present moments.